Redcliffe & Surrounds
Well-known as a family-friendly holiday destination with calm beaches, the Redcliffe Peninsula is a popular seaside region.
The Redcliffe Peninsula comprises of suburbs; Redcliffe, Margate, Woody Point, Scarborough, Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, Newport and Rothwell.
Things to do in Redcliffe and surrounds:
- Settlement Cove Lagoon
- Suttons Beach
- Redcliffe Jetty
- Bee Gees Way
- Redcliffe Artisan and Farmers Markets (every Sunday)
- Brisbane Whale Watching
- AquaSplash Redcliffe
- Scarborough Beach park
- Undersea Putt & Play
Donations needed for preloved clothing sale
Sesame Lane centres across the City of Moreton Bay are collecting items for the Chic for Charity preloved clothing sale on June 8 which will raise money for child protection charity Bravehearts. Here’s how to donate + details about the sale and how to pick up a bargain
Old nurses' quarters more than just a building
The former nurses’ quarters building at Redcliffe Hospital is a place where memories were made and friendships forged for student nurses who lived there. The building, now known as West Block, is earmarked for demolition in mid-2024. Three nurses who still work at the hospital share their memories
Runners support The Breakfast Club Redcliffe
This year’s Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon & Fun Run will raise money for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe as cost-of-living pressures and the housing crisis cause a surge in demand. Here’s what’s happening and how you can help
Moreton Bay ANZAC Day services 2024
Big crowds are pausing to remember those who have served and continue to serve our country, attending ANZAC Day commemorations across the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s our rolling coverage of the day
Dolphins: Earning ‘NRL powerhouse’ status
As the Dolphins’ second season in the NRL ramps up, we take a look at the numbers which prove they’re more than the ‘feel-good’ story of 2023 – they are a genuine powerhouse in the league
Paul Clark is leaving a lasting legacy
When Redcliffe Uniting Church Senior Minister Paul Clark farewells his congregation this month, after 12 years at the helm, he will leave a lasting legacy of community building.
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Review starts on community concerns
More than 800 submissions were made on the proposed route for stage four of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) through Elimbah. ** FREE TO READ **
Dawn of new era at UniSC
Three new university buildings will open for the first time this week at UniSC Moreton Bay’s Petrie campus. ** SEE INSIDE - PICTURES AND VIDEO **
Simple steps to help emergency vehicles
The flashing lights and sirens of emergency services vehicles can startle and confuse some motorists. Here's what to remember and do. ** FREE TO READ **
Councillors tell of shock and surprise
Six members of Moreton Bay City Council returned unopposed this week, have spoken of this week's “total shock”, “surprise” and “very humbling experience”. ** FREE TO READ **
Woolf: ‘We’re going to be running things the way he wants’
Dolphins NRL Assistant Coach Kristian Woolf says he’ll be doing most of the talking to players when they take on the Titans in a trial game at the Sunshine Coast this weekend, but Head Coach will be keeping a close eye on things as he prepares to make decisions about some key positions before round one
Caboolture syndicate hits $5m jackpot
Sixteen Caboolture shoppers are sporting winning smiles today after their syndicate scored division one in last night’s Powerball draw. ** FREE TO READ **
Nurturing leadership success
Redcliffe State High School’s senior Captains are twins and say they are determined to foster a sense of unity, inclusivity and family among the student body. **FREE TO READ**
Heavy rain, roads closed Moreton Bay
Update 5.50pm: Heavy rain today continues to cause flash flooding with several roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay, including Youngs Crossing. Libraries are open as places of refuge and sandbag stations have also been activated. Here’s the details
New deadline for harbour plans
Public consultation for the Scarborough Boat Harbour Draft Master Plan has been extended by a month. ** HERE'S WHY **
